This section aims to indicate the number of surgical procedures related to rectal cancer.
The rectum is the terminal part of the large intestine, located between the terminal portion of the descending colon and the anus. Colorectal cancer is the second most common malignancy in both sexes.
The most significant risk factors for colorectal cancer are a sedentary lifestyle, obesity, smoking, and exposure to toxic substances.
It is important to know that there are indicators, developed by the National Outcomes Program (PNE), developed by AGENAS on behalf of the Ministry of Health, these provide information on the number of surgeries and their outcomes.
A specific indicator has been developed for rectal cancer, based on the number of surgeries performed. The greater the number of surgeries performed by a healthcare facility, the greater the experience of its staff.
The Find Facilities tool was designed to provide you with as much information as possible about the services available in accredited public and private hospitals. In the “Facility Details” section, you can check the availability of “Transfusion Center” and “Resuscitation Services” for each facility found. These services improve the timeliness of care in the event a patient requires blood and/or intensive care, thus avoiding a potential increase in critical situations related to the patient’s surgical procedures.
Your doctor will address your concerns and guide you in making an informed decision about the treatment plan to follow. Contact him or her for all the information you need for your healthcare needs.
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